News Staff The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection will drill a test well at the site of the former Conoco gas station in Brigantine in the next couple of weeks to see whether the soil is contaminated, Mayor Vince Sera said.The city has been trying to do something about the shuttered gas station on Atlantic Brigantine … Read more
Discount carrier Spirit Airlines, one of the two airlines providing service at Atlantic City International Airport, is expanding its pricing options.Beginning August 27, 2024, you will be able to choose from four levels of service and amenities when you fly Spirit, and booking for the “Go” bundles begins August 16.
Four Atlantic City teens were arrested Sunday morning after they allegedly stole a vehicle in the resort and attempted to burglarize several vehicles in Absecon, police said. A 12-year-old boy, a 14-year-old boy and two 13-year-old-boys were charged with theft and other offenses. All four were released to their guardians pending court, police said in … Read more
The Margate Board of Commissioners has approved their plan to buy the former Liberty Gas station on Ventnor Avenue and turn it into a parking lot despite concerns from a fellow member of the governing body and residents.Mayor Michael Collins and Commissioner of Public Works Cathy Horn voted for the bonding Aug. 1, while Commissioner … Read more
Ocean City’s Gillian’s Wonderland will close in October, owner Jay Gillian announced in a social media post Friday afternoon. According to the Press of Atlantic City, the business has operated for 94 years, started by Gillian’s grandfather, David Gillian. Gillian called the decision difficult but added the business is no longer viable.
Atlantic City Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted for various weapons and narcotics related charges. Wednesday, police oncluded a two-month investigation into the distribution of narcotics from a residence in the 1500 block of Beach Avenue. 53 year old Wilbert Deberry Jr of Atlantic City was arrested on scene. A … Read more
Atlantic County public health and mosquito control officials are reminding residents to take precautions to prevent the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses following the confirmation of the first human and horse cases of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in the state, both of which were reported in Atlantic County. Additionally, mosquito samples collected from the 400 block of … Read more
A 5-year-old Atlantic County mare died Saturday from eastern equine encephalitis, a mosquito-borne illness found in horses, the New Jersey Department of Agriculture reported Thursday.It is the first reported case of EEE for a New Jersey horse this year, the department said. Symptoms included fever, front and rear ataxia, and inability to rise.
A Pleasantville man was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly stole a plane that later crash-landed in a field near Surran’s Nursery on Route 50, State Police said. Robert Wagner, 42, was charged with criminal attempt, criminal mischief, burglary, criminal trespass, theft, receiving stolen property, obstruction and hindering.
The Cape May County Division of Workforce Development is offering education and training grants up to $5,000 and paid on-the-job-training opportunities with local businesses providing year-round employment.According to the Press of Atlantic City grants are available for jobs such as LPN, dental assistant, computer technology, HVAC/plumbing, certified nurse assistant, CDL-B/A license, culinary arts, skin care … Read more